Summary
The court heard that Mark Gordon blamed a police manhunt for the death of his baby, Victoria. He and his partner, Constance Marten, denied charges related to the baby's death. Victoria's body was found in a shed two months after Gordon and Marten went on the run.
Key Facts
- Mark Gordon testified in a London court and blamed police actions for his newborn's death.
- Gordon and his partner, Constance Marten, are charged with manslaughter by gross negligence and related offenses.
- Victoria's body was discovered in a Brighton shed in March 2023.
- Gordon and Marten were previously found guilty of other charges in connection with the case.
- Gordon claims that a police manhunt caused unexpected events leading to the baby's death.
- Gordon believes the couple was unfairly targeted, describing the manhunt as unnecessary.
- Victoria was the couple's fifth child, with their first four children being previously removed from their care.
- The trial is ongoing, and Gordon asked for understanding of their mental state during the events.
